About
Linda Young and Charlie Burrows, founders of Axel's and Axel’s Bonfire restaurants, have a long history in the food and hospitality industry. Originally they met while employed at Champps Americana, and they crossed paths a second time while working at Byerly's. It was at that time that they both took note of the “for lease” sign outside of the former Parker House in Mendota, Minnesota. For Linda Young, the Parker House sparked fond memories of earlier years when she and her parents, Janette and Axel Lofgren, worked together at the iconic restaurant. For both Young and Burrows, it turned out to be a sign that it was now time to pursue their shared goal - opening a restaurant of their...